1971: OEC is sole environmental group advocating bill
to establish a role for the state in energy facility siting. The creation of the Nuclear and Thermal Energy Council puts the state in the driver’s seat with regard to nuclear facility siting.
1990: Nation’s first local ordinances regulating wood stove burning are adopted at OEC’s urging
January 1, 1990, 6:51 pm
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1975: OEC sues to temporarily halt logging
in the Bull Run watershed, source of Portland’s drinking water
January 1, 1975, 6:42 pm
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1969: First conference on statewide Oregon environmental concerns sponsored by OEC
July 18, 1969, 6:31 pm
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1969: OEC hires first full-time staff
This provided leadership on environmental issues and a consistent voice in the Oregon Legislature.
Larry Williams
July 18, 1969, 6:30 pm
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Our first volunteer president Maradel Gale begins lobbying for the environment on behalf of concerned citizens across our great state.
Maradel Gale
July 18, 1968, 6:27 pm
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